HOW TO PLANT AND GROW CHILEAN GUAVA 

For anyone confused: this plant is called Amomyrtus luma, formerly called Myrtus lechleriana. It is not Ugni Molinae and it is not Luma Apiculata. To confuse things further, none of these plants is in the Myrtus genus but are in the Myrtaceae family. To confuse things even further they are often all referred to as Arrayan or luma berries interchangeably. They are also referred to as Guavas despite not being true guavas. In my opinion these plants should all be grouped in the same genus because they are so similar. Ugni Molinae is the smallest (4ft in England), Amomyrtus luma grows to 8ft and Luma Apiculata can exceed 30ft. There are subtle differences between the fruits, but I would say the same range of flavour exists among apples, grapes etc. Ugni Molinae butterball contains the least resinous flavour and highest sweetness, Luma Apiculata is often seed propagated so flavour isnt predictable but mine is moderately sweet, Amomyrtus luma seems to be the least edible out of hand based on reviews online but I do not grow it. Amomyrtus luma is the most ornamental though, with typical

I have 2. Mine has fruits. It’s really simple to grow. Slug resistant. The flowers are so beautiful and fruits tastes nice

The best video on youtube for Chilean guava, thanks!

Just bought our first Chilean Guava. Thank you for this very easy to follow video

Thank you very much for your great video, clear explanations, and colorful presentation. Loved it and will definitely plant one or two in my garden!!!

I have one growing in Newcastle England in semi shade and have very cold winters and still get lots of berry's on which taste lovely. Think I'll move it to a sunny spot and hopefully be even better.

Fantastic video I'm definitely subscribing I love your outfit to very nice😁👍

Thank you Hoping to grow a ton of these from the tree at my old flat. Love them…so much fruit and delicious and healthy!!

Just what I need for a small corner of my patio/deck!! Thanks!! Chip

I'm reporting you to the police for stealing Micheal Portilos's clothes.

Just beware vine weevil if you have in pots! I had two lovely size plants and enjoyed quite a few fruits in first year but before planting our in garden overwintered in greenhouse and by the time I noticed them suffering it was too late, all the root had been eaten. I was so disappointed as the fruit is truly delicious.

lovely update Mark

good to see Bilbo's retirement is treating him well :)

I have a baby Ugni Molineau but have not been able to discover if they are self-fertile? Do I need another and if so what are the options?

My new leaves have web like in them. How do I get rid of that? Will that effect the growth of the plant. It's still quite a small plant about 30cm high.

Also, Mark.... I noticed your metallic watering "can." What do you call them in England?? Anyway, how do you find a "proper" can? The last two plastic watering cans I've used have been horrible. Suggestions? Thanks!! Chip

Do you think it would fruit outside on the west coast of Scotland?

hii, how do you do pruning since they are like shrub.. so twiggy.. how long does it take to grow to the height of the one at the beginning of the video ? thanks andrew

Would you please let us know your USDA zone (I live in 6a - Ploiesti, Romania)? And, please, write the Myrthus latlariana?? name you specified at the beginning of the movie - is this plant also fruiting? Are their fruits tasty - as good as the Ugni molinae? Did you ever tried to grow Myrteola nummularia which looks to be also hardy to USDA 7 but growing like cranberries - easy to mulch over winter? (My Arbutus atlantica survived its first winter without protection - but planted near an unheated wall. So, it is possible! Only have enough plants to try. We experienced -22C and -10 to -20C for 2 weeks this winter over here.)

Hi, can you grow them in semi-shaded areas? cheers

Great video but please don't do the pink shirt / shorts combo. I can;t see from the dazzle. ;-P

I’m growing black chilean guava from seed

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